Srinagar: The Department of Students Welfare, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), organised the inaugural ceremony of the Vice-Chancellors Sports Festival at Sheikh Ul Alam Sports Ground, Shalimar Campus, for students of the Faculty of Horticulture and the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology. The festival commenced on November 3 and will conclude on November 10, 2026.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and formally inaugurated the festival by cutting the ribbon and declaring the event open. Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, and Prof. NavedQaiser, Director Education, were the Guests of Honour.
Welcoming the dignitaries, Dean Students Welfare, Prof. Javeed Ahmad Mugloo, expressed his gratitude to the Honble Vice-Chancellor for his continued support and encouragement in addressing student-related issues and promoting initiatives aimed at students overall development and well-being. Addressing the gathering, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai emphasised the importance of maintaining a happy, healthy and active lifestyle. He encouraged students to participate in physical and sporting activities, highlighting their significant role in promoting physical fitness, happiness, stress management and mental well-being. He also urged students to remain grateful to their parents and acknowledge their sacrifices, dedication and efforts in nurturing and supporting them throughout their lives. The Organising Secretaries of the festival, Dr.SeemiLohani and Dr. Muzammil, briefed the gathering about the week-long sporting event. They informed that a range of indoor and outdoor games, including cricket, football, volleyball, basketball, tug of war, badminton, chess, carrom and sprint events, are being organised for boys and girls to encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline and healthy competition among students. The winners and runners-up in the various sporting events will be felicitated with trophies and certificates of appreciation in recognition of their performance and participation. The inaugural ceremony concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr.SeemiLohani, who expressed gratitude to the Honble Vice-Chancellor, the Guests of Honour, university authorities, faculty members, organising teams and students for their support and participation. The Vice-Chancellors Sports Festival reflects SKUAST-Ks continued commitment to fostering a vibrant campus environment that promotes physical fitness, mental well-being, teamwork and the holistic development of students beyond academics.
